Consultations

The Initial Consultation will be with either one or often both partner consultants and will be for approximately 1 hour to 1½ hours. The Initial Consultation will usually be with adults only.

Follow-up Consultations will be one hour in duration and with either one or both of Family Central consultants and any appropriate experts. Follow-up Consultations can be with any configuration of family members deemed appropriate.

When indicated, we work directly and liaise with health, mental health and educational professionals.

Phone and Skype Consultations

Phone and Skype consultations can be scheduled.

On-Site Consultations

If appropriate, we meet with clients at their office, or at a school or medical setting.

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Fees

Consultations will be charged on an hourly basis except for the Initial Consultation, which will be up to 90 minutes, at the same hourly rate.

If we are meeting with clients at their home, office, work or at a school, travel time may need to be charged separately.

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Additional Services

Special Education Expert

Our special education expert assesses each child individually. She provides assessments for services and recommendations for specific interventions based on school and diagnostic reports. She works closely with schools and therapists and is available to observe a child in class or at home.

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Cancellation

Cancellations are required 24 hours in advance.

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What We Do

Family Central Consultants help families through difficult transitions. We provide support and advice to families at a critical juncture when facing health, mental health, educational challenges or major life transitions. We assist families in navigating a myriad of issues and available resources. We collaborate with our families to develop a plan of action and provide ongoing support. Our goal is to minimize stress and anxiety for our families faced with daunting or unfamiliar challenges.

We provide:

in-depth consultation

comprehensive and cohesive assessments

close collaboration with families

guidance, education and parenting support

anticipation of issues that may emerge

feedback on diagnostic evaluations

advice in selecting the best team of experts

strategies, coping mechanisms and practical interventions

an expert to conduct in-home and in-class observations

a roadmap to manage your challenging situation

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What We Do

Family Central Consultants help families through difficult transitions. We provide support and advice to families at a critical juncture when facing health, mental health, educational challenges or major life transitions. We assist families in navigating a myriad of issues and available resources. We collaborate with our families to develop a plan of action and provide ongoing support. Our goal is to minimize stress and anxiety for our families faced with daunting or unfamiliar challenges.